3. EMS Targets
90% reduction in contamination of
recycling with food soiled kitchen paper
100% replacement of plastic bags with
corn starch bags in compostable waste
system.
100% replacement of hand soap
dispensers with foaming type
100% replacement of chlorine based
cleaning agents with environmentally
friendly alternatives (orange or eucalypt)
100% removal of desk based bins and
replacement with waste recycling stations
4. Implementation Issues
Streamline kitchen waste management
Limited space for kitchen reorganisation
Staff objection to removal of under utilised
bar fridge
Relocate and create a larger organic waste
bin to also take kitchen paper
Relocate comingled recyclable bin
New prominent signage for separation
Communication with staff to get
support and subtly change behaviour
Informal auditing to encourage staff
compliance
5. Benefits
Public image
Staff morale
Reduced expenditure on plastic bags
soap waste
Reduced waste collection costs
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